Plastic: Our Friend AND Foe

Plastic creates convenience. But plastic is also one of the prime culprits in environmental litter and pollution. Plastic clogs stormwater drains, creeks, streams, rivers, and oceans. Plastic bottles and jugs with the #1 or #2 on the bottom are recyclable, if they’re empty. And you can leave the cap on. One rule to follow in knowing which plastic bottles or containers are recyclable – in addition to the number on the bottom – is this: If the opening at the top is smaller than the base at the bottom, then it’s recyclable. Help keep plastic out of our natural environment. For more information, go to MyDoRight.com.